Steven Gerrard was presented with a special Liverbird trophy by Gary McAllister to commemorate his 600th appearance for Liverpool.

The presentation took place on the Anfield turf prior to kick-off in the Reds' Barclays Premier League clash against Newcastle on Sunday.

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Huyton-born Gerrard made his Liverpool debut in 1998 and was handed the captaincy at the age of 23. 

He has won the European Cup, two FA Cups, a UEFA Cup and three League Cups and earlier this week his long-term teammate Jamie Carragher labelled him the Reds' all-time greatest player.

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